Chandigarh court acquitted a man accused of kidnapping and rape after noting that the girl “appeared very happy in wedding photos” taken before many guests. The judge said the prosecution failed to prove she was a minor at the time.
The Allahabad High Court upheld the acquittal of a man accused of raping a woman under the pretext of marriage. The court stressed that the burden of proof lies with both the complainant and the accused. It highlighted the need to impartially consider all evidence and circumstances, emphasizing fairness to both parties involved.
